Which place is cheaper, Cajamarca or Sao Paulo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Sao Paulo or Cajamarca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sao Paulo or Cajamarca, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Sao Paulo or Cajamarca?
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
Cajamarca
Located in the northern highlands of Peru, Cajamarca is a town of about 100,000 people. The city's mild weather and fertile soil is ideal for agriculture, which is a major industry in the area. The city is also well known for its cheeses and dairy products. Cajamarca is the site of the Battle of Cajamarca which led to the execution of the Inca emperor Atahualpa and the end of the infamous Inca empire. Today, the area is appealing to visitors in part because of its lovely churches, nice hot springs, and interesting Inca Baths.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rio de Janeiro, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Peru, and The Best Cultural Tours in Peru.
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Sao Paulo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySao Paulo $64Cajamarca $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Sao Paulo is $64, while the average daily cost in Cajamarca is $97. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Sao Paulo and Cajamarca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSao Paulo $30Cajamarca $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSao Paulo $60Cajamarca $52
Compare Hotels in Sao Paulo and Cajamarca
Looking for a hotel in Sao Paulo or Cajamarca? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sao Paulo $6.09Cajamarca $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rio de Janeiro Airport (GIG): $18
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo Airport (GRU)(CGH): $25
- Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) Private Transfer to Sao Paulo City/Hotels: $27
- Private One Way Transfer from Sao Paulo to São Paulo Airport: $29
- Transfer CGH Airport Congonhas Sao Paulo city / Hotel: $44
- Receptive and Transfer Airports, Cities and Coast: $44
- Private Arrival Transfer: Congonhas Airport to São Paulo Hotels: $45
- Private Departure Transfer: São Paulo Hotels to Congonhas Airport: $45
- Transfer São Paulo City Center to Guarulhos Airport (GRU): $49
- Private Transfer GRU Airport São Paulo – Executive Sedan or SUV: $50
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Sao Paulo Airport (GRU)(CGH): $51
- Private Arrival Transfer: Guarulhos International Airport: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Sao Paulo or Cajamarca?
Prices for flights to both Cajamarca and Sao Paulo change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one daySao Paulo $26Cajamarca $53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour in São Paulo with a Local Guide: $73
- 4h Cooking Class in São Paulo with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $89
- São Suppers Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $95
- Dinner at Terraço Italia Restaurant in São Paulo: $223
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sao Paulo $4.11Cajamarca $29
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- São Paulo (Ibirapuera) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
- São Paulo Paulista Avenue City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.49
- Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Walking Tour Historic Center in São Paulo: $13
- Walking Tour of the Historic Center of Sao Paulo: $20
- São Paulo Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide: $29
- Brazil Tropical Fruit Experience in São Paulo: $30
- São Paulo Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo: $37
- Historical and Cultural Tour of the Center DE São Paulo: $39
- Personal aromatic experience in São Paulo: $40
- São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $41
Tours and Activities in Cajamarca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cajamarca are as follows:
- Cajamarca : Sulluscocha extreme adventure.: $63
- Cajamarca Valley Tour – San Nicolas Lagoon: $40
- Cajamarca in its Splendor: San Nicolas Lagoon Tour: $40
- City Tour: $67
- Guided tour of the city + pick-up: $48
- La Colpa, Llacanora & Baños del Inca Tour: $34
- Namora Valley Tour + Guitar Workshop & San Nicolas Lagoon: $28
- Pocon and Otuzco farm tour: $39
- Sulluscocha Extreme Activities Full-Day Adventure: $65
- Tour to Hacienda La Colpa and Baños del Inca: $35
- Tour to the Pre Inca Otuzco Necropolis, Botanical Garden and Hacienda: $28
- From City Tour Cajamarca: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySao Paulo $3.58Cajamarca $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- Pub Crawl in Pinheiros: Explore the Nightlife of São Paulo: $35
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
- Wine Tour in São Roque by Car, Tour with Local Guides: $181
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sao Paulo and Cajamarca, we can see that Cajamarca is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Cajamarca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cajamarca than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sao Paulo Expensive? and Is Cajamarca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sao Paulo or Cajamarca?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Cajamarca. When comparing the sizes of Sao Paulo and Cajamarca, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.